Good morning, Cork! The long weekend is over and Cork is straight back to business. 452 new homes, greener streets, and WildFlour heading to Bantry. We’ve got a busy one for you today!


In today’s Cork Current:

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Now, let’s get into it!

Cork City Council is rolling out a pilot scheme to revamp St. Patrick's Street, and it sounds like a breath of fresh air! The plan is to give the street a green makeover — more trees, shrubs, new seating, and a general declutter of old street furniture that's been clogging up the plaza for years. Bus stops are shifting slightly to open up more pedestrian space.

Funded by the National Transport Authority, it aims to make the city centre more attractive and accessible for pedestrians, encouraging more time spent exploring and relaxing. (Read More)

Midleton is set to get 452 new homes after Cork County Council approved a major development within walking distance of the town centre. The project will offer a mix of housing types, from detached four-bedroom family homes to studio apartments, with 219 of the units being two-storey family houses. The plans also include 99 duplexes and 'own door' apartments spread across 20 three-storey blocks, plus another 134 apartments in four taller blocks.

It will also include a new single-storey creche with capacity for 80 children. A welcome significant boost for East Cork housing supply! (Read More)

Great news for folks living in the rural areas north of Cork City! High-speed fibre broadband is now available for over 1,700 homes and businesses between Blarney and Watergrasshill — covering areas like Whitechurch and Carrignavar.

Minimum speeds of 500 megabits per second, part of the National Broadband Plan. Check your Eircode at nbi.ie to see if your home is ready to connect. (Read More)

Cruinniú na nÓg is this Saturday, June 6th — Ireland's national day of free creativity for children. In Cork, Ballincollig Library is running a creative writing workshop for 7-12 year olds and Bishopstown Library has an origami session for the same age group. Both are free, no booking mentioned.

You can view the full festival’s schedule of free events for kids here on cruinniu.gov.ie

Heads up for the southside! Overnight water works this Thursday from 10pm to 6am Friday may affect Aisling Court, Frankfield, Passage West, and nearby areas. Check water.ie for updates, reference COR00112691. (Read More)

Bonnie looks like she’s just won the lotto, but life hasn’t always been so kind to this little lady. She arrived at the CSPCA emaciated and suffering from painful mange, and as a result she’s still very sensitive about being touched. Bonnie is looking for a patient, dog-savvy home that will give her the time and understanding she needs to settle in.

If you’re interested in adopting Bonnie, please apply via the CSPCA website.

A few of you have asked for more updates on hiring around Cork, so I’m trying something new this week; a small selection of standout local roles worth knowing about.

Have a look and let me know what you think. If it’s useful, I’ll keep it going!

Hiring in Cork? Send it our way.

Anna O'Leary — the woman behind the beloved honesty-box bakeries in Castlefreke and Kilmichael — has opened a proper café at Owenahincha Beach. The Flour Patch is serving Three Fools Coffee with homemade syrups, pastries, and seasonal food made with local produce. Beach days just got a whole lot tastier! (Read More)

Marina Market has a new addition — Trem de Minas Podrao is bringing authentic Brazilian street food to the market, with burgers, stuffed hot dogs, acai, churros, and Macarrão na chapa on the menu. (Read More)

Great news for West Cork — WildFlour is coming to Bantry! The Innishannon bakery, known for its sourdough, cinnamon buns, and pastries, is opening a second spot in the town. No opening date confirmed yet but watch out for the orange branding! (Read More)

Nothing in this section is sponsored. They're just the things I thought you should know. I'll always let you know if something's sponsored.

Today: 🌤️ 17°/11°
Wednesday: 🌧️ 16°/11°
Thursday: 🌧️ 14°/8°

Planning your June? I put together a full guide to the biggest events of the month over on our Instagram page — have a look here.


⛵️ Cork Harbour Festival
Multiple Venues | 30 May – 8 June | More Info

🎬 Normal (16)
Triskel Arts Centre | Tues 2nd – Wed 3rd | 20:15 | Tickets

🎬 Mother Mary (15a)
Triskel Arts Centre | Tues 2nd – Wed 3rd | 18:00 | Tickets

🎭 The Dowry
Cork Arts Theatre | Wed 3rd - Sat 6th | More Info

🎻 The Lee Sessions Trad Trail
Multiple Locations, Dates and Times | More Info

😂 Comedy Cavern: Open Mic with Thomas Lawrance
Coughlan's | 20:30

🎸 Guitar in the Park (Beginners)
Fitzgerald Park | 19:00 | €12 | Tickets

😂 Stand-up Comedy Club: Low-key Funny
The Roundy | 20:30

😂 Stand-up Comedy Club: Thursday Showcase
The Roundy | 20:30

🥦 Mahon Point Farmers Market
Mahon Point Shopping Centre | 10am–3pm | More Info

🥁 Drum Clinic Cork
An Spailpín Fánach | 19:00

🎸 Jimmy Lee
Dwyers Of Cork | 21:30

🎻 Folk Night
El Fenix | 21:00

☘️ Traditional Irish Music & Dancing
Old Oak | 20:00

🎤 Mary Black – The Slán Tour
Cork Opera House | 20:00 | Sold Out - check ticket resale websites

🎸 Abigail Williams
The Pavillion | 19:30 | Tickets

🎻 Tides Of Tradition – The Show
Actons, Kinsale | 20:00

🎻 Fireside Folk
The Welcome Inn | 21:30

🎸 The Long Shots
Sin É | 21:00

🎤 Cork Song House
Fred Zeppelins | 21:00

💃 Ceili By The Lee
Crane Lane Theatre | 19:30

🎶 Amhráin Na Mara: Songs Of The Sea
Cork City Library | 17:30

🪕 Ballads & Banjos
The Welcome Inn | 21:30

🎤 Ger Ahern
Seventy Seven | 20:00

🥁 The Insiders
Cantys | 21:00

🎧 Rebel City Network Live
Fred Zeppelins | 20:00

🎻 The 2 Drops
Old Oak | 20:00

🎸 the drive.
Coughlan's | 19:30 | Tickets

🎷 115 Jazz Jam Sessions
115 Café And Wine Bar | 20:00

That's it for today Cork, thanks for reading! Let’s chat again on Thursday!

Thanks!

- Ben